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5 Paul McCartney Songs That Are a Masterclass in Songwriting Techniques
The fervor with which Beatlemania took over the world has, ironically, caused some skeptics to doubt whether the Beatles were anything more than a schtick that caught fire at the exact right cultural moment—but to believe that would be a grave disservice to the songwriting skills of Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and yes, even Ringo Starr.
4 Key Tracks from Green Day’s ‘American Idiot’
Green Day will celebrate the 20th anniversary of American Idiot by releasing a deluxe edition on October 25. The band’s seventh studio album tells the story of Jesus of Suburbia, an adolescent antihero. It’s a coming-of-age tale written about a generation shaped by 9/11 and the Iraq War.
3 Songs Kris Kristofferson Wrote for Some of the Women in His Life
He wrote “Loving Her Was Easier (Than Anything I’ll Ever Do Again)” for his Highwaymen brother Waylon Jennings before he released it himself in 1971. A year earlier, Johnny Cash turned his “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down” a No. 1 hit in 1970. Several years later, Kris Kristofferson also penned “Something They Can’t Take Away” for Roy Orbison‘s Regeneration album. And so on.
“I Find it Rather Embarrassing”: What David Gilmour Really Thought About Pink Floyd’s Pompeii Performance
Over five decades after Pink Floyd recorded their iconic Live at Pompeii performance in the ancient Italian ruins, the concert is experiencing a resurgence of interest on social media platforms like TikTok—perhaps to the chagrin of frontman David Gilmour, who thought the Pompeii performance was “rather embarrassing.”. The...
Watch Marty Stuart Perform a Flatt & Scruggs Classic Backed by Lester Flatt’s Guitar
Marty Stuart has one of the most impressive resumes in country music. He started playing guitar and mandolin at a young age. When he was only 14 years old, he joined bluegrass legend Lester Flatt’s touring band. The teenage prodigy toured with Flatt for six years. Recently, Stuart went back to his roots during a ceremony at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum when he performed the Flatt and Scruggs classic “Don’t Let Your Deal Go Down.”
Behind the Meaning of Stevie Nicks’ Movie-Inspired “Moonlight (A Vampire’s Dream)”
The book-turned-movie, Twilight, seems to provide an endless source of inspiration. The novel has inspired other books, movies, and even songs. Stevie Nicks penned one of the most memorable Twilight offshoots, “Moonlight (A Vampire’s Dream).” Uncover the meaning behind this tangled love story, below. [RELATED: Don Henley...
The Meaning Behind “The Wild One, Forever,” an Underrated Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Classic
Tom Petty’s iconic songs are many and it’s easy to overlook the hidden gems in his extraordinary catalog. “The Wild One, Forever” is one casual fans may have missed but it’s an underrated classic from Petty’s debut album. That first album runs only about 30...
‘Sticky Fingers’ Was The Rolling Stones’ Most Controversial Album— And It Had Nothing To Do with the Music
The Rolling Stones’ 1971 album Sticky Fingers is widely considered by fans to be one of their very best. “Wild Horses” and “You Gotta Move” are major hits still today. However, some people weren’t the biggest fans of the album’s cover; or should we say, covers. Two different versions of the Sticky Fingers album cover were pretty controversial, and one of them was even banned.
6 Alt-Rock Bands From the 2000s That Defined the Emo Movement
If you were a teen in the early 2000s, you probably didn’t escape the emo movement unaffected. Alternative rock had taken a turn toward post-grunge and pop-punk and into notably emo sounds, and there were quite a few bands from that time that made the era what it was. Let’s dive into six alternative rock bands that defined the emo movement in the 2000s!
David Gilmour Talks Collaborating with Wife Polly Samson on His New Album, ‘Luck and Strange’
David Gilmour’s songwriting collaboration with his wife, novelist Polly Samson, dates back to Pink Floyd’s 1994 album, The Division Bell. On the record, Samson contributed lyrics to most of the songs. The creative partnership has continued to this day, with Samson writing lyrics for six of the nine tracks on her husband’s latest solo album, Luck and Strange.
Lana Del Rey Finally Shares Details On ‘Lasso,’ Says Similar Sound, But Lighter Lyrics
After Lana Del Rey announced her country album Lasso in January, details have been pretty scarce. She released a cover of “Take Me Home, Country Roads” by John Denver, and teased a song called “Henry, Come On.” Then, she released the song “Tough” with Quavo. Other than that, though, it’s been slim pickins for fans. Now, however, she’s revealed a bit more about the album, including when she’ll potentially drop new music.
6 Songs Classic Rock Fans Would Give Anything to Hear For the First Time Again
Regardless of whether or not you’re a diehard classic rock fan, there are probably a few tunes from that era that you’d kill to hear again for the first time. Hearing an incredible song for the first time is a transcendent experience that some would say rewired their brains and changed them as people. Let’s dive into six songs that classic rock fans would give anything to hear again for the very first time!
Remember When: Marilyn Martin is Thrust into the Spotlight with Her No. 1 Phil Collins Duet “Separate Lives”
The doors to success can open in unlikely ways. Kentucky native Marilyn Martin began singing when she was a child, and by the time she was 18 was already fronting a cover band and traveling the country. In 1975, she met her husband, guitarist Greg Droman, who was a childhood friend of Joe Walsh. They recorded backing vocals for his drummer Joe Vitale on his 1981 album Plantation Harbor. Two years later, a chance encounter with Vitale in Miami led them to opening for the lengthy Joe Walsh/Stevie Nicks tour, and Martin was afforded the opportunity to sing backing vocals for both artists. Her life had begun to change. She had no idea how much it would.
Watch Vince Gill Debut a Song He Wrote with Marty Stuart on a Guitar Once Owned by George Jones
The country music world is a small one. As a result, many of the genre’s biggest names have worked together in some capacity. Sometimes, lasting friendships come from those working relationships. For instance, Vince Gill and Marty Stuart have known one another for more than five decades. The two have performed together multiple times over the years. In recent months, they’ve started writing songs together for the first time.
“What I Would Like To Be in Life”: Unearthed Essay Marty Stuart Wrote as a Child Proves Dreams Come True
Today, Marty Stuart is a legend in the world of country music. From his work with bluegrass greats like Flat and Scruggs to his time in Johnny Cash’s road band to his current position as the bandleader of the Fabulous Superlatives, he has proven himself to be a master of the genre for decades. A recently unearthed childhood essay proves that he’s been working toward his current position for longer than most fans could imagine.
3 of the Most Buzzy Songs on Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Short n’ Sweet’ That Are Sure to Have Fans Talking
Sabrina Carpenter has released yet another buzz-worthy album, Short n’ Sweet. The album takes Carpenter’s retro motif and playful lyrics to the max. The track list is full of noteworthy songs, but there are a select few that will likely have fans talking for a while. Find three of them, below.
The “Old Gal” Willie Nelson Considers His All-Time Best Friend: “When Everybody Else Is Against You, She’s Usually There”
When you’ve been around for as long as Willie Nelson has, you’re liable to meet countless friends, acquaintances, bandmates, and even enemies, but Nelson only calls one person in his life his all-time best friend. Just when you thought the country star couldn’t get more wholesome, it gets better.
The Experimental Pop Musician Who Livestreamed Her Life 24 Hours a Day for 12 Years
When the internet first became more commercialized and accessible to the general public in the 1990s, there was no blueprint for how to really use it. AOL chatrooms, baby versions of search engines, and a few hours on Pong were commonplace. Eventually, toward the mid to late 1990s, things got...
On This Day in 1967: The Who’s Keith Moon Crashed Into a Pool While Avoiding the Police on His Birthday
The stereotype says the drummers are always the craziest in the band. Even though that might be a blanket statement, a vast amount of evidence proves it true. John Bonham and Ginger Baker are just a few of the drummers who have claimed the title of “craziest band member” due to their antics. However, there is one iconic drummer who seems to take the cake—The Who’s one and only, Keith Moon.
The Inspirational Reason Why Willie Nelson’s Son Lukas Quit Smoking
Willie Nelson quite famously is a big fan of marijuana. The “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” hitmaker has since quit smoking in recent years. He has said the change in habit was due to problems with his breathing and other health issues. Now, he has opted in favor of edibles. He even wrote a cookbook about it! His son, fellow singer/songwriter Lukas Nelson, also quite enjoyed marijuana for a while.
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